Medicare Planning
Medicare planning news and analysis, including coverage of the Medicare Advantage program, Medicare supplement insurance, the Medicare Part D prescription drug program, and Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly plans.
NAIC Highlights 2020 Medigap Plan Shift Materials
By Allison BellThe regulator group has created a bulletin for producers as well as a consumer alert.
November 07, 2019
Lawmakers' Constituents Like Medicare Advantage: Allyson SchwartzThe Better Medicare Alliance president says Medicare Advantage plans have many friends on Capitol Hill.
November 07, 2019
10 Worst States for Medicare Advantage Sticker ShockIn some states, Medicare Advantage premiums may be comparable to worker contributions for health coverage.
November 07, 2019
50 States of 2020 Medicare Advantage Pricing Power DataHere's a different way to look at Medicare Advantage enrollees' premium payments.
October 31, 2019
Feds to End Premium Fix for Medicare-ACA Exchange Double DippersThe arrangement helps consumers who signed up for exchange plans rather than Medicare Part B coverage.
October 29, 2019
Deferred Income Annuities: Latest Research on Benefits, LawsMeanwhile, Medicare updates its surcharges for 2020, bringing mixed news to retirees.
October 24, 2019
What Do Americans Want in Health Insurance?A survey by Insurancequotes.com found most people want a mix of public and private, while 43% believe Medicare will go bust.
October 23, 2019
Advisors' Advice: How to Plan for Health Care Costs in RetirementThis is one of the most difficult challenges for advisors and their clients.